Catering Associate

Old Carolina Barbecue Co.; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Paid vacation

Free meals

Uniforms

Paid training

Advancement

Flexible scheduling

Event variety

Team culture

Job summary

Old Carolina Barbecue Company is seeking energetic Catering Associates to support weddings, corporate events, and parties across Northeast Ohio and Pennsylvania. You will help deliver food, service, and hospitality that makes events memorable, from loading equipment to serving guests and ensuring flawless execution.

Join a team that values teamwork, reliability, and great guest experiences. Flexible full-time and part-time roles with competitive hourly earnings including tips and shift meals are

Qualifications

• Energetic, dependable team members who enjoy hospitality and working with people.
• Willingness to serve guests and represent the brand at off-site events.
• Flexible for full-time and part-time opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event preparation and cater orders.
• Load equipment, prepare trays, and organize food items.
• Serve guests, maintain food temps and quality.
• Set up food service areas and buffet lines.
• Assist with event breakdown and cleanup.
• Travel to event locations within the region.

Skills

Event hospitality

Catering service

Guest relations

Food presentation

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Reliability

Job description

Catering Associate | Event & Hospitality Team

Old Carolina Barbecue Company (BBQ)

Full-Time or Part-Time Position

Pay: $15.00 per hour plus tips

Bring the Old Carolina Experience to Life.

Old Carolina Barbecue Company is looking for energetic, dependable team members who enjoy hospitality, working with people, and being part of memorable events.

As a Catering Associate, you’ll help deliver the food, service, and hospitality that make weddings, corporate events, graduation parties, festivals, and special celebrations successful. From preparing and loading equipment to serving guests and ensuring every detail is executed properly, you’ll play an important role in representing the Old Carolina Barbecue Company brand outside our restaurant walls.

If you enjoy variety, teamwork, and creating great experiences for guests, we’d love to meet you.

About Old Carolina Barbecue Company

Old Carolina Barbecue Company was built on a passion for authentic barbecue and a commitment to great hospitality. Before opening our first restaurant in Massillon, Ohio, we started as a competitive BBQ team dedicated to perfecting the craft of slow-smoked barbecue.

While our home is in North Canton, Ohio, our recipes, traditions, and cooking techniques are inspired by the rich barbecue heritage of the Carolinas. Today, Old Carolina Barbecue Company proudly operates eight locations throughout Northeast Ohio and Pennsylvania, serving authentic BBQ made with quality ingredients, time-honored methods, and a genuine commitment to our guests.

Our catering team brings that same award-winning BBQ and hospitality experience directly to our clients at off-site events throughout the region.

Why Join Old Carolina Barbecue Company?

• Competitive hourly earnings that include tip income
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible team members
• Paid vacation for eligible full-time team members
• Free meals during shifts
• Company-provided uniforms
• Paid training
• Opportunities for advancement and promotion from within
• Variety of work environments and event locations
• Supportive and team-oriented culture

The Opportunity

Every event is different.

One day you may be serving a corporate luncheon. The next may be a wedding reception, graduation party, fundraiser, community event, or large private gathering.

As a Catering Associate, you’ll gain experience in:

• Event hospitality
• Catering service
• Guest relations
• Food presentation
• Event setup and breakdown
• Teamwork and communication
• Customer service excellence
• Restaurant and catering operations

Many of our leaders began their careers in hourly positions and advanced through hard work, reliability, and a commitment to serving others.

Key Responsibilities

Event Preparation

• Assist with preparing catering orders and event materials
• Help prepare food items such as trays, salads, sides, and event packages
• Label and organize food products for transport and service
• Verify food temperatures and quality standards
• Review event details and special client requests

Event Setup & Execution

• Load catering vehicles with food, equipment, supplies, and service items
• Travel to event locations throughout the region
• Set up food service areas, buffet lines, serving stations, and equipment
• Ensure event areas are clean, organized, and presentation-ready
• Assist with event breakdown and cleanup